Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 7680GB XTS-AES 256-Bit Encrypted External SSD IKVP80ES/7680G
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD provides 7.68 TB of OS-independent, hardware-encrypted storage, ensuring critical business data remains protected with FIPS 197 certification and a touch-screen interface.
- Hardware Encryption: Features XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access and meeting stringent compliance requirements.
- FIPS 197 Certified: Achieves FIPS 197 certification, providing assurance that data protection standards are met for government and regulated industry deployments.
- 7.68 TB Capacity: Offers a substantial 7.68 terabytes of storage, accommodating large datasets and extensive archives for mobile professionals and field operations.
- Touch-Screen Interface: Enables PIN-secured access directly on the device, eliminating reliance on host system software and enhancing user authentication security.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD is an OS-independent, hardware-encrypted storage solution engineered for enterprise data protection. It features a substantial 7.68 TB capacity, XTS-AES 256-bit encryption, and a Common Criteria EAL5+ certified controller, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality across diverse operating environments.
Designed to mitigate data breach risks, this external SSD incorporates advanced security features such as a touch-screen for PIN-secured access, Brute Force attack protection that crypto-erases data after 15 incorrect password attempts, and BadUSB protection via digitally-signed firmware. Its TAA compliance further positions it as a suitable choice for government and public sector procurement.
- OS-Independent Operation: Functions without relying on host operating system software, ensuring consistent security and compatibility across Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
- Advanced Brute Force Protection: Automatically crypto-erases the drive after 15 consecutive incorrect password entries, preventing unauthorized access attempts and protecting data integrity.
- Digitally-Signed Firmware: Guards against BadUSB attacks, ensuring the device's firmware remains untampered and secure from malicious injections.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Connectivity: Provides reliable and efficient data transfer speeds of up to 250 MB/s write and 230 MB/s read, minimizing wait times for large file transfers.
- Write Protection Switch: Offers a physical switch to prevent accidental data modification or deletion, adding an extra layer of security for critical archives and sensitive documents.
This Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 SSD is an essential tool for organizations prioritizing secure, portable data storage and stringent compliance adherence.
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What This Solves
Secure Mobile Data Transport
Organizations frequently need to transfer large volumes of sensitive data between locations or to remote workers. This SSD provides FIPS 197 certified hardware encryption, ensuring data remains protected during transit and reducing the risk of data breaches.
Field service teams, remote legal professionals, government contractors, mobile executives, distributed research groups
Compliance-Driven Data Storage
Businesses in regulated industries face strict mandates for data protection and privacy. The drive's XTS-AES 256-bit encryption and Common Criteria EAL5+ controller help meet compliance requirements for HIPAA, GDPR, and other data protection regulations.
Healthcare systems, financial services, legal practices, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies
Protection Against Unauthorized Access
The risk of data exposure from lost or stolen devices is a constant concern for businesses. With PIN-secured access via a touch-screen and Brute Force attack protection, this SSD prevents unauthorized users from accessing sensitive information, even if the device is compromised.
Any business with mobile employees, organizations handling intellectual property, companies with strict data access policies, executive protection teams
Key Features
7.68 TB SSD capacity
Provides extensive storage for large datasets, enabling mobile professionals to carry all necessary information without compromise.
XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption
Secures all data at rest with military-grade encryption, protecting against sophisticated data theft attempts and ensuring regulatory compliance.
FIPS 197 certified security
Meets rigorous government security standards, making it suitable for deployments where certified data protection is mandatory.
Touch-screen PIN access
Offers intuitive and secure authentication directly on the device, eliminating reliance on host system software for access control.
BadUSB protection with digitally-signed firmware
Defends against malicious firmware injections, ensuring the integrity and trustworthiness of the device's operational software.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies and public sector entities deploy this SSD for TAA compliance and FIPS 197 certified protection of classified or sensitive data in the field.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions and insurance carriers use this drive to securely transport client financial records and proprietary data, meeting stringent regulatory requirements.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers and life sciences organizations leverage this SSD for HIPAA-compliant storage and transport of patient health information (PHI) and research data.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and consulting agencies utilize this drive to protect privileged client communications and intellectual property, ensuring confidentiality and regulatory adherence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating systems are compatible with the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80?
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 is OS-independent, meaning it is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems without requiring specific software installations on the host device.
How does the touch-screen interface enhance security?
The touch-screen allows for PIN-secured access directly on the device, preventing keyloggers or other host-based malware from capturing authentication credentials. This provides an additional layer of security independent of the connected computer.
What happens if the password is entered incorrectly multiple times?
The drive features Brute Force attack protection, which will crypto-erase the drive's contents if the Admin and User passwords are entered incorrectly 15 times in a row by default, preventing unauthorized access attempts.
Does this SSD require any software installation for encryption?
No, the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 utilizes hardware-based XTS-AES 256-bit encryption, which is managed directly on the device via its touch-screen interface, eliminating the need for host software.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Limited 3-year warranty.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.